The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are second. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We understand their approach, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run a lot and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "To start with a three points this week would be fantastic. We have three vital challenges ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and later we will look at the next matches."
